Ensure 'Wi-Fi scanning' Is 'Disabled'

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Description

Wi-Fi scanning is a feature that allows your device to continuously scan for nearby Wi-Fi networks even when Wi-Fi is turned off. While it's used to improve location accuracy for services like Google Maps and Find My Phone, it also presents some security and privacy risks.

Méthode de vérification

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Follow the below steps to verify that Wi-Fi assistant is Disabled: phone's Settings app > Location > Location services > Wi-Fi scanning > Verify that Wi-Fi scanning is turned OFF.

Méthode de correction

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Follow the below steps to disable Wi-Fi assistant: phone's Settings app > Location > Location services > Wi-Fi scanning > Toggle Wi-Fi scanning to OFF position.

Propriétés

Systèmes d'exploitation: Tous
Étiquettes: androidgoogle-account-privacy
Référence: CIS Google Android Benchmark v1.6.0 - 2.10 Ensure 'Wi-Fi scanning' Is 'Disabled'